#6175 • Ming Dynasty Porcelain Plate W/Petals of Star Gods

Part of Royal Artifacts of Vietnam & Fine Jewelry (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

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Est. $8,000-$10,000 Ming Dynasty Blue Underglazed White Porcelain Plate W/Petals of Three Star Gods (Has Chenghua Period Marking) - This white porcelain plate is elaborately decorated in a vivid blue underglaze with the three petals representing the star gods Fu, the god of prosperity, Lu, the god of status and Shou, the god of longevity. The petals are against an ornate floral background, and the underside of the plate is also decorated with a scrolled foliate pattern. The base of the plate is marked in blue underglaze with the six character Chenghua period marking. Measurements (approximate): 1"H x 8.5" diameter.